Tim Galluzzi - Lessons from Three Back-to-Back Trials
What’s it like to try three jury trials in five weeks? Returning guest Tim Galluzzi of Cheney Galluzzi & Howard breaks down his whirlwind trial stretch—including wins, missteps, and a humbling loss. In this conversation with host Keith Fuicelli, Tim shares how he and his litigation team managed a total of five trials in five weeks, the systems they relied on (and improved), and how getting your “ass kicked” in the courtroom isn’t a setback—it’s part of the process. Tune in for a real-world look at sustainable trial practice, case selection strategy, and the power of showing up, even when it’s hard.
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Episode Snapshot
- In trying three cases in five weeks, Tim highlights the importance of using robust case management systems like Filevine.
- The team leveraged Filevine's 120-day trial button to automate tasks including expert subpoenas, witness confirmation, and certificates of authentication for medical records.
- Tim’s firm ranks trial cases on a 1-5 system; cases with over a million dollars in damages with clear liability and coverage get a 5.
- Tim's client preparation involves three pretrial meetings: initial question review, full direct examination dry run, and aggressive cross-examination practice with his trial partner.
- Getting certificates of authentication for medical records at 120 days prevents last-minute scrambling to find custodians when defense won't stipulate, Tim suggests.
- Tim describes the impact of his firm’s reputation for going to trial: opposing counsel calling more often with settlement offers. The firm achieves policy limits in 79% of their cases, which Tim attributes to their willingness to try cases.
- Tim explains how a loss in Summit County demonstrated the importance of understanding local jury pools and personal accountability attitudes.
- The firm emphasizes that losses and "getting your ass kicked" is essential for maintaining perspective and continued growth as trial lawyers.
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